
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bell Hill Neighborhood of Worcester, MA from $400 (147 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bell Hill area of Worcester.


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25 Wyman St

42 Vernon St

158B Beacon St

15 Hawley St, Unit 2

15 Hawley St, Unit 1

158B Beacon St

29 Irving St

Eastview Apartments

3 State St, Unit B1
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Colton Apartments

63 Highland St, Unit 9

Bancroft On The Grid

50 Franklin St, Unit 704

76 Franklin St, Unit 6

New Park on the Grid

76 Franklin St, Unit 40

Catharine Street Apartments

76 Franklin St, Unit 17

76 Franklin St, Unit 39
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507 Main St, Unit 402

76 Franklin St, Unit 16

76 Franklin St, Unit 15

60 Merrick St, Unit 1L

507 Main St, Unit 702

Park Plaza on the Grid

50 Franklin St, Unit 726

50 Franklin St, Unit 926

50 Franklin St, Unit 1005

8 Portland St, Unit 304
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50 Franklin St, Unit 416

8 Portland St, Unit 206

50 Franklin St, Unit 716

Portside on the Grid

Torrey Factory Lofts

63 Highland St, Unit 1

7 Mt Pleasant St, Unit 2L

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41 Hollywood St., Unit Apt 2, Unit Apt 2

50 Franklin St, Unit 1014

24 Charlton St, Unit 16
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50 Franklin St, Unit 210

5-7 Pleasant St

26 Portland St, Unit 233

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19 Chilmark St, Unit 1, Unit 1

50 Franklin St, Unit 421

29 Abbott St

50 Franklin St, Unit 907

Portland on the Grid

60 Franklin St, Unit 401

50 Franklin St, Unit 805
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Bell Hill, Worcester, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bell Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Hill Studio Apartments | $1,745 | $1,200 | $2,380 |
| Bell Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,178 | $958 | $3,105 |
| Bell Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,646 | $1,600 | $4,400 |
| Bell Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,560 | $1,650 | $6,300 |
| Bell Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,802 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Bell Hill 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,530 | $3,150 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Bell Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bell Hill area of Worcester, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Central Building Residences priced from $1,292. Residences on Lincoln Square, A 55+ Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,309. Here are the most affordable Bell Hill apartments for rent in Worcester, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Central Building Residences | One Bedroom Call For Pricing | 1BR,1BA | $1,292 |
| Residences on Lincoln Square, A 55+ Community | Grove - Studio Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,309 |
| Bancroft On The Grid | WS200 | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| New Park on the Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Catharine Street Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Park Plaza on the Grid | WS200 | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Portside on the Grid | WS300 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Portland on the Grid | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bell Hill, MA
As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bell Hill area is the $1.61 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Courthouse Lofts in the in the Elm Park neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Bell Hill apartment is the 73 Green Hill Pkwy Model at 73 Green Hill Pkwy, Unit 2 starting at $2,590 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Biotech Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bell Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courthouse Lofts | 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
| 73 Green Hill Pkwy, Unit 2 | 73 Green Hill Pkwy | 4BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| 11 Chadwick St, Unit 2 | 11 Chadwick St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| 70 Seymour St, Unit 2 | 70 Seymour St | 4BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 6 Jefferson St, Unit 2 | 6 Jefferson St | 3BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 16 Hillside St | 16 Hillside St | 3BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 91 Providence St, Unit Spacious 3 bedroom unit | 91 Providence St | 3BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 12 Bedford Ave, Unit 3 | 12 Bedford Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 41 Hollywood St., Unit Apt 2 | 41 Hollywood St. | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 19 Chilmark St, Unit 1 | 19 Chilmark St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bell Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bell Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bell Hill is under $1,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bell Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Bell Hill is The Central Building Residences which is listed at $1,292, while the average apartment in Bell Hill costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bell Hill?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Bell Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Local Secrets: Finding the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Worcester
Written by: Kevin Wesley
Worcester is a vibrant, culturally rich and diverse city at the heart of central Massachusetts.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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